Clinton River Watershed Council

Clinton River Watershed Council CRWC's mission is to protect, enhance, & celebrate the Clinton River, its watershed, & Lake St. Clair

The Clinton River Watershed Council provides programs and services in the areas of watershed management and stormwater education, including our well-known Stream Leaders, Adopt-A-Stream, Southeast Michigan Phase II Stormwater Information Clearinghouse, and Clinton River Coldwater Conservation Project (CRCCP) programs. The council was formed in 1972 as an association of local governments under the

authority of the Michigan Local Rivers Management Act of 1964. For more than 45 years, CRWC has served to coordinate the efforts of local governments, businesses, community groups and individuals in improving water quality, promoting innovative watershed management techniques, and celebrating the river as a natural and recreational resource. In 1994, the council reorganized as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, which allows CRWC to obtain funding from grants and private donors. Today, we are supported by local and county government membership dues, business sponsorships, state, federal and private grants, and individual contributions.

Join other CRWC volunteers, donors, and supporters for an afternoon of light refreshments, lawn games, CRWC swag, plant ...
08/31/2026

Join other CRWC volunteers, donors, and supporters for an afternoon of light refreshments, lawn games, CRWC swag, plant prizes, and successes from our field season work. Plus, shop our native plant sale and explore Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center.

08/29/2026

Have you seen the storm drain murals around City of Troy Government? We've selected five artists to paint messages near storm drains, reminding residents that any pollution or trash going into the storm drain ends up in the Clinton River. Which mural is your favorite? This one is by Gail Borowski. https://www.crwc.org/stormdrainstewards

08/29/2026

Which plants should you choose for your rain garden or yard? Our Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Tech Andrew shares all of his insider tips from his latest rain garden design! https://www.crwc.org/native-plant-sale

Our Green Stormwater Infrastructure  (GSI) Technicians Liliana and Natalie are certified Master Rain Gardeners and have ...
08/28/2026

Our Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Technicians Liliana and Natalie are certified Master Rain Gardeners and have each designed, dug, and implemented a rain garden. Now, they're ready to help you plan your garden! Read the first blog in our three part series to learn how to select the best location for your rain garden. https://www.crwc.org/news-updates/rain-garden-location

08/28/2026

Make your yard a haven for pollinators! Shop our native plant sale on Sept. 19, 11 AM - 2 PM at Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center in Shelby Township! While you're there, visit our end-of-field season celebration just outside the Nature Center! https://www.crwc.org/native-plant-sale

08/27/2026

Our staff enjoyed a paddle from Shadyside Park in City of Mount Clemens - Government to downtown Mt. Clemens last week. This stretch of the lower river is calm and great for beginners and children! We saw a lot of wildlife including herons and turtles! What's your favorite part of the Clinton River Water Trail to paddle? https://www.crwc.org/recreation/paddling

The "Beaver Deceiver" has arrived at Oakland University's campus! Officially called a "pond leveler," this device is the...
08/26/2026

The "Beaver Deceiver" has arrived at Oakland University's campus! Officially called a "pond leveler," this device is the first to be approved for use in Michigan. A pond leveler consists of a plastic tube that lays on top of a beaver dam. The ends of the tube rest in the water on each side of the dam. Metal cages enclose the ends of the tube to prevent beavers from chewing or destroying them.

During a rain event, the pond leveler prevents flooding that would normally be caused by a beaver dam, by directing the water to the other side of the dam rather than onto stream banks. The beavers are not bothered by the device and are free to continue making dams without causing problems for their human neighbors!

Our science team helped pave the way for the installation of the pond lever by performing water quality testing at the site. Have you seen this device in action yet?

We're excited to announce that we're joining forces with Detroit Zoo to connect communities with local water resources a...
08/26/2026

We're excited to announce that we're joining forces with Detroit Zoo to connect communities with local water resources and wildlife, and to inspire action to protect them!

Together, we'll will work to inspire the next generation of conservation leaders while helping people better understand, appreciate and protect water resources in their own communities. These opportunities will come through programs such as native mussel surveys, water quality monitoring and community science efforts. Learn more athttps://www.crwc.org/s/Detroit-Zoo-CRWC-Partnership-PR-FINAL-8252026.pdf

In 2025, 392 CRWC volunteers removed 4,585 pounds of trash from our local parks and green spaces! Help us exceed these n...
08/25/2026

In 2025, 392 CRWC volunteers removed 4,585 pounds of trash from our local parks and green spaces! Help us exceed these numbers in 2026 when you join our Weekly Clean program!. Every Wednesday from 10 AM - noon, April - October, our volunteers help keep our watershed clean. Join us tomorrow, Aug. 26 at Beaver Creek in City of Sterling Heights. Check our website for the exact meeting location!

Visit our website to request a private clean up event just for your group or company! https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Hw6bY6puBnGHEo28JTZvsg.

We need your help tomorrow (Aug. 25) with weeding, splitting plants, deadheading stems, planting, mulching, watering, an...
08/25/2026

We need your help tomorrow (Aug. 25) with weeding, splitting plants, deadheading stems, planting, mulching, watering, and edging in our office native gardens! Join us from 10 AM - noon for some gardening fun. Gloves and tools are provided and Master Gardener hours are available. Registration not required.

Macomb County Master Gardener Association, Master Gardener Society of Oakland County, Michigan, Michigan Master Gardener Association, Inc., MSU Extension Master Gardeners-Oakland County

Address

1115 W Avon Road
Rochester Hills, MI
48309

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12486010606

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